Ducks

Kate Beaton

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7h 16m

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Ducks

by Kate Beaton

Feb 17, 2023

Norma Editorial, S.A.

436

9788467960488

8467960485

Description

Arriving in Fort McMurray, Katie finds work in the lucrative camps owned and operated by the world's largest oil companies. As one of the few women among thousands of men, the culture shock is palpable. It does not hit home until she moves to a spartan, isolated worksite for higher pay. Katie encounters the harsh reality of life in the oil sands where trauma is an everyday occurrence yet never discussed. For young Katie, her wounds may never heal. Beaton's natural cartooning prowess is on full display as she draws colossal machinery and mammoth vehicles set against a sublime Albertan backdrop of wildlife, Northern Lights, and Rocky Mountains. Her first full length graphic narrative, Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands is an untold story of Canada: a country that prides itself on its egalitarian ethos and natural beauty while simultaneously exploiting both the riches of its land and the humanity of its people.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Ducks?

This edition of Ducks has approximately 436 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read Ducks?

For most readers, Ducks typically takes between 9h 5m and 6h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 109,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 109,000 words

Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.

What is the word count of Ducks?

The estimated word count for Ducks is approximately 109,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of Ducks?

Ducks was written by Kate Beaton.

When was Ducks published?

The publication date for this specific edition is Feb 17, 2023. The original work may have been published on a different date.